Maine North Woods Hiker

Hike and Sea Kayak from Acadia to Katahdin

Blessed with an abundance of rugged, unspoiled coastline and easy-to-climb mountains, Maine is a vibrant patchwork of classic villages, colorful forests, serene lakes, and pristine beaches. Add sweet ripe blueberries and succulent lobster, charming inns and the state's top rated hikes, and you have the best of New England pure and simple.

Day 1 Bangor-Baxter. After a shuttle from Bangor, we venture into the Maine woods with a hike to Mount Sentinel with views of Katahdin and Kidney Pond.

Day 2 Gulf Hagas. Hike into Gulf Hagas and glimpse into Maine's expansive backcountry. The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent gorge displays vertical slate walls up to 400 feet deep as well as tempting swimming holes set below serene waterfalls.

Day 3 Chimney Pond-Great Basin. Today we immerse ourselves in this place of discovery with a hike from Chimney Pond to the Great Basin, hiking above treeline with stunning views of Katahdin.

Day 4 Bar Harbor-Acadia National Park. After a morning shuttle to Bar Harbor explore the white sand beaches and the rocky points of Maine's breathtaking coastline from sea kayaks.

Day 5 Acadia National Park. Hike Acadia National Park's famous coastline to the summits of Sargent and Penobscot Mountains with lunch in one of the park's most remote areas.

Day 6 Acadia National Park. Today we hike the coastline from Sand Beach to the cliffs of Otter Point, passing "Thunder Hole" along the way. The trail continues to Mt. Gorham with spectacular ocean views and on to the Great Head Cliffs, the highest point on Mt. Desert Island.

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Inn Trip:	6 days/5 nights
2009 Dates:	August 2-7 September 27-October 2
Trip Rating:	Moderate
Price:	$2498
Single Supplement:	$650
Gateway City:	Portland or Bangor, Maine
Meeting Place:	Bangor, Maine
Activities:	hike (4-5 days) sea kayak (1/2 day) free time (1/2 day) raft (1 day, optional)
Inn Highlights:	In the Maine woods, the Big Moose Inn is a 200-year-old rustic but classic inn.  The Bayview Hotel is down a winding drive away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bar Harbor yet close enough to walk downtown. Relax while you savor the salty ocean breezes, incredible sunsets, walks on the shore and unsurpassed views of the Atlantic.